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TU’s California Program releases new film and video channel, plays role in new proposed flow standards, rules to make water data more accessible and useful. Above photo: Bianchi Flowers Farm, Pescadero Creek, California central coast
By Brian J. Johnson
As summer turns to fall, we come to the... [ READ MORE... ]

Overview of the Squaw Creek meadow area
Few water bodies in America – heck, anywhere in the world – are more renowned than Lake Tahoe. This gorgeous lake is the centerpiece of a region in California’s Sierra Nevada range that offers an embarrassment of riches for outdoor enthusiasts.
Amazing... [ READ MORE... ]

By Sam Sedillo
When reflecting on the steps that a younger generation takes in their paths to finding their passion or interests, you can usually link that path to a profound experience in their life.
Sierra Trout Camp, Trout Unlimited of California’s annual youth fly fishing camp, is tailored to... [ READ MORE... ]

By Sam Davidson
One of the most gratifying things about stream restoration work for trout and salmon is you can readily see the results.
Which is to say, this work—and the fishing opportunities that follow—is its own reward.
Still, it’s good when your efforts get acknowledged by a broader... [ READ MORE... ]

The Steelhead Whisperer works his magic on the Klamath River.
By Brian Johnson
It’s the time of year to reflect on the highlights of the past twelve months. As California Director for Trout Unlimited, this retrospection is a welcome part of my job. Over my ten years with TU, we’ve had a lot of... [ READ MORE... ]

By Sam Sedillo
A child will never forget the first time he or she goes fly fishing.
This truism was evident as Trout Unlimited hosted its third annual Sierra Trout Camp at the University of California Berkeley’s Sagehen Creek Field Station in the Tahoe National Forest on July 11. Twenty boys... [ READ MORE... ]

California's historic drought, now in its third year, is causing massive habitat loss for trout and salmon. In the Lake Tahoe region, TU is doing whatever it takes to save local trout streams.
By David Lass
It was only a matter of time before something terrible happened.
California is in the grip... [ READ MORE... ]

Steven Kerrick in full field dress, Truckee River headwaters.
By Steven Kerrick
For many, the backcountry calls up images of fine, uncrowded fishing in incredibly scenic places. But the term also suggests some remote, inaccessible place you have to hike multiple days or take a float plane to get... [ READ MORE... ]

The Wild Trout section of the Truckee River offers trophy browns and 'bows -- and plenty of skunk days.
By Dave Lass
“I got skunked.”
This is a common refrain from those fishing the Wild Trout section of the Truckee River between the Town of Truckee and the California-Nevada border.
Believe me,... [ READ MORE... ]

Mikey Wier hoists a hefty brown from the "New Zealand" reach of the Truckee River.
By Dave Lass
Sixty-three tributaries enter Lake Tahoe and only one flows out - the Truckee River. As the Truckee exits the largest alpine lake in the country, it takes on a much different character.
The first 1,000... [ READ MORE... ]